Company News

The latest news from the leading companies within the natural and organic products industry.

It’s a Weed & Wonderful world

In a bid to promote the beneficial properties of seaweed, Doctor Seaweed (Dr Craig Rose) has introduced his four-strong Weed & Wonderful range. Organic Scottish...

Loving Earth goes nuts

After the successful launch of its Pocket 45’s in 2017, Loving Earth has introduced a sixth flavour, Nutty Mr Maple.

Sandows launches RTD cold-brew range

Artisanal coffee brand Sandows has launched a new ready-to-drink sparkling soda, made using cold brew coffee.

Natural eco-friendly distributor relaunches as NatBrands

UK distributor of natural and environmentally-friendly household, lifestyle and personal care products, Natural Eco Trading Ltd, has announced its rebranding to NatBrands, amalgamating with the name of its retail website for consumers, Greenbrands.

Peas and unity at the British Dal Festival

The inaugural British Dal Festival launched in Bristol on 19 March, celebrating the 'magic of dal'.

Day one for sugar tax

The long-anticipated UK tax on sugar has come into force, making it compulsory from today onwards for manufacturers to a pay a levy on any high-sugar drinks they sell.

News in brief

Plant-based brand Strong Roots is launching in 500 Tesco stores nationwide with an initial five-strong offer: Mixed Root Vegetable Fries, Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries, Kale & Quinoa Burger, Pumpkin & Spinach Burger and Spinach Bites.

Iconic museum switches to zero-plastic water

The Natural History Museum (NHM) is to become the first British outlet to sell Life Water’s new zero-plastic canned spring water in its cafés.

Natural cleaning solutions from Green Goddess

Sussex-based, ethical brand Green Goddess recently launched to offer customers effective, non-toxic, plant-based cleaning solutions that are designed to feel luxurious to use yet are environmentally friendly.

BEPPS claims UK snack first

Organic and vegan snack brand BEPPS has introduced the UK’s first range of Black-Eyed Pea Puffs to meet the growing demand for innovative and healthy snack options.

Power up with Motion Nutrition

Harnessing the brain boosting properties of natural nootropics, organic superfood sports supplements brand Motion Nutrition has created two new brain health products.

BetterYou gets ready to pump iron

Natural health brand BetterYou is set to unveil a number of new products at Natural & Organic Products Europe this year, including an Iron Oral Spray.

Spreading the (chocolate) love

In 2016, inspired by his great-great-great grandfather – the founder of Cadbury chocolate, which was subject to a hostile takeover in 2010 – James Cadbury started the organic chocolate company Love Cocoa. Here, Jane Wolfe talks to him about how the ethical beliefs of his family have influenced his brand

Lily’s Kitchen teams with Stonewall

Natural pet food brand Lily’s Kitchen has announced a partnership with Stonewall as part of its commitment to embrace diversity and promote equal rights for all.

inSpiral introduces new snack offer

Natural plant-based brand inSpiral has launched new Protein Clusters, created with natural raw ingredients along with live cultures.

The Collective gives good gut with new Kefir

Taking advantage of the increased interest in fermented food and drink, the Collective dairy has launched a range of Kefir in three flavours: Natural, Mango ‘n’ Turmeric and Coconut ‘n’ Honey.

Mindful Bites hits snacking sector

Mindful Bites is a new snack brand which has launched to inspire consumers to rethink their ‘mindless’ eating habits.

The Primal Pantry lands £3MN investment

Snack brand The Primal Pantry has secured a £3 million investment from NVM Private Equity for a minority stake in the brand.

Tisserand revamps Wellbeing collection

Tisserand Aromatherapy has unveiled its new-look Wellbeing collection as well as revealing some new additions.

Pukka names Brighton as the worst-sleeping city

Capitalizing on the recent change of season, Pukka Herbs installed a giant bed on the streets of Brighton last week, drawing members of the public in to talk with Euan MacLennan, the brand’s herbal director, about how to achieve a better night’s sleep.